Bøger af C G Barrett

Santiago Torres, the Jesuit headmaster of one of Washington, D.C.'s top high schools, knows two truths. First, historian Jasper Willoughs, his closest friend, didn't toss himself off a dormitory roof. Second, a Georgetown University secret society-a running joke on campus-has blood on its hands. Torres's pursuit of the truth embroils him in a bizarre and deadly scavenger hunt. The clues, scratched out on parchment by the mysterious Odd Fellows Society, lead Santi to risk everything he holds sacred: his job, his life, even the woman he secretly loves. As for his relationship with his God? Well, that's complicated. A hold-your-breath thriller that explores America's national obsession with race, The Odd Fellows Society will have you looking at the U.S. capital-and its monuments' secrets-in a whole different shade of black and white. Note: While this novel's protagonist is a Jesuit, this book is not a religious book.

What would you do if you brought home your Christmas tree only to discover you had stolen an innocent mouse's home? A Mouse's First Christmas: A Holiday Tail tells the story of Samuel Mouse, who lives in the perfect home, in the perfect tree, on a perfect mountainside - until the Atwell family brings his tree home. Desperate for a new place to live, Samuel discovers a magical Christmas village beneath his tree. But its townspeople live in fear of a terrible beast and it soon sets its sights on Samuel. Can Samuel save himself and his home? In this brave, thrilling, holiday adventure, Samuel Mouse discovers the magic and meaning of Christmas, friendship and love...all while his greatest dream comes true. Even adults will love this 170-page chapter book, perfect for Grades 2-6. Half of the author's profits from this book are donated to organizations that provide gifts to needy children.